Overview

• A new Staatsminister for Sport and Ehrenamt will be established within the Bundeskanzleramt, marking a significant shift in sports governance from the Interior Ministry.
• The coalition has committed at least €1 billion to modernize and renovate sports facilities, including swimming pools and sports halls.
• Germany will pursue a bid to host the Olympic and Paralympic Games as part of a broader strategy for major international sports events.
• Athlete welfare reforms include tax exemptions for medal bonuses, improved social protections, and support for dual career development.
• Additional measures focus on enhancing coach training, increasing visibility for women in sports, and supporting victims of state-sponsored doping in the former East Germany.